to Worship, Share
and Learn...
St Benedict’s Parish of Newton-Auckland
In 1866, Bishop Pompallier blessed and opened the small wooden Church of St Francis de Sales in what was then East Street. This Church was to be used as a mortuary chapel in the Catholic cemetery, and served as an outpost of the Cathedral, to serve the large number of Catholics living in the Newton area.
This little chapel served the people of Newton for nearly twenty years. However as the population in the area grew, the need for a larger Church became more critical. In 1879, Benedictine monks from Ramsgate Abbey, in England, were given charge of the newly created parish of Newton…

Newsletters

Fourth Sunday of Easter – 11 May 2025
Knowing the Shepherd Readings: Acts 13:14, 43-52; Rev 79, 14b-17, John 10:27-30 Scripture: “My sheep hear my voice; I know them, and they follow me.”

Third Sunday of Easter – 4 May 2025
Always a Follower Scripture: “Simon, son of John, do you love me? Feed my sheep. Follow me.” (John 21:17, 19) Reflection: I can still picture

Second Sunday of Easter/Divine Mercy Sunday – 27 April 2025
Enduring Love and Mercy Reflection: Alternate translations for our psalm refrain today include “his mercy endures forever” and “his loving-kindness is without end.” These variations
News & Events
Mass Times
Weekend Mass Times | |
---|---|
Saturday | 6:00 pm |
Sunday | 9:30 am |
Week Day Mass Times | |
Wednesdays - Fridays | 12:10 pm |
Wednesday (Filipino Community) | 7.30 pm |
First & Third Friday (Filipino Community) | 7.30 pm |
Ethnic Mass Times | |
Filipino ACFC (Every Sunday) | 11:30am |
Tongan (3rd Sunday of the Month) | 1:30 pm |
Indonesian (4th Sunday of the Month) | 1:30 pm |
Whether it’s a wedding, a reunion, holiday celebration or other special occasion, our team and facilities make each event unique and memorable.